Off market aug 2025 for $2.4M

$2,441,680

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $12,542/mo

•

2,446

sq ft

541 Dry Creek Rd, Monterey, CA 93940

About this home

Custom home designed by Lehman Design Studios and built by Miranda G. Builders was completed in August 2024. This stunning built 5-bedroom, 4-bath, blends modern charm with thoughtful design and high-end, energy-efficient features. Built by the owners as their dream home, a job relocation makes this incredible opportunity yours. Dry Creek is a cul-de-sac road that greets the views of the Bay. Draped in natural light, this home boasts a filtered fresh air exchange system, solar power with backup battery, and mini split electric heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Pure water throughout, thanks to a whole-house filtration and softener system, reverse osmosis at the kitchen sink and pot filler. Step outside to a spacious deck overlooking a large, flat backyard bordered by serene open space often visited by local wildlife. The yard features a built-in basketball hoop and is a haven for kids and gardeners, landscaped with edible pomegranate, apple, blueberry, guava, artichoke, lemon, mandarin, and lime trees. The peaceful surroundings and easy access to nature trails including Quarry Trail, Veterans Park Trail and Huckleberry Hill Preserve. Bay views from the street and nearby hikes. All under ten minutes to downtown Monterey, Carmel & Pacific Grove.

Single-familyProperty Type

2024Year Built

8,276 sq ftLot Size

$998Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Catherine Ballesta •DRE #01198627 • Wayland Properties, Inc.

Contact: 831-818-4334

Bought with Melissa Radowicz •DRE #01316691 • Compass

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•Source:MLSListings #ML82014581

Redfin Estimate

$2,441,680

$43K since sold in August 2025$50K since September

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B
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SOLD SEP 2, 2026
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C
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D
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E
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SOLD DEC 22, 2025
$1,600,000
F
4 beds3 baths2,340 sq ft
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Market trends in 93940, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.9%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$30K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

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Sale history for 541 Dry Creek Rd

Date

Event

Price

MLSListings #ML82014581

Aug 11, 2025

Sold

$2,485,000

$1,016/sq ft

Jul 31, 2025

Pending

—

Jul 14, 2025

Pending

—

Jul 14, 2025

Contingent

—

Jul 14, 2025

Listed

$2,485,000

$1,016/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML82014539

Jul 14, 2025

Listing Removed

—

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80953968

May 6, 2025

Listing Removed

—

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML80751165

May 6, 2025

Listing Removed

—

MLSListings #ML81812599

Dec 2, 2020

Sold

$1,120,000

$458/sq ft

Oct 21, 2020

Pending

—

Sep 29, 2020

Contingent

—

Sep 24, 2020

Listed

$1,100,000

$450/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #ML81444479

Mar 3, 2015

Sold

$863,000

$353/sq ft

Feb 7, 2015

Contingent

—

Feb 5, 2015

Sold

$863,000

$353/sq ft

Dec 10, 2014

Listed

$925,000

$378/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 31, 2006

Sold

$1,030,000

$421/sq ft

MLSListings #ML80647669

Aug 31, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Aug 31, 2006

Sold

$1,030,000

$421/sq ft

Aug 7, 2006

Sold

$1,030,000

$421/sq ft

Jul 31, 2006

Listed

$1,089,000

$445/sq ft

Public Records

May 9, 2003

Sold

$672,000

$275/sq ft

MLSListings #ML80309065

May 9, 2003

Listing Removed

—

May 9, 2003

Sold

$671,870

$275/sq ft

Apr 10, 2003

Sold

$671,870

$275/sq ft

Feb 17, 2003

Listed

$695,000

$284/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 27, 1996

Sold

$375,000

$153/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 22, 1988

Sold

$289,000

$118/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 1, 1988

Sold

$265,000

$108/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 6, 1962

Sold

$26,500

$11/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,207 (+17.1%)

$900,000 + $1,585,000

$2,485,000

2024

$13,846 (+9.0%)

$757,701 + $650,000

$1,407,701

2023

$12,699 (+1.4%)

$742,845 + $530,000

$1,272,845

2022

$12,525 (+1.5%)

$728,280 + $436,968

$1,165,248

2021

$12,343 (+22.2%)

$714,000 + $428,400

$1,142,400

2020

$10,100 (−4.7%)

$700,000 + $420,000

$1,120,000

2019

$10,601 (+4.2%)

$549,467 + $398,912

$948,379

2018

$10,174 (+8.0%)

$538,694 + $391,091

$929,785

2017

$9,419 (+1.8%)

$517,777 + $375,905

$893,682

2016

$9,250 (+1.7%)

$517,777 + $375,905

$893,682

2015

$9,095 (+19.4%)

$507,625 + $368,535

$876,160

2014

$7,616 (+3.3%)

$380,000 + $332,000

$712,000

2013

$7,371 (+16.7%)

$380,000 + $332,000

$712,000

2012

$6,313 (−5.4%)

$374,000 + $327,000

$701,000

2011

$6,674 (−10.9%)

$270,000 + $320,000

$590,000

2010

$7,490 (−5.0%)

$330,000 + $300,000

$630,000

2009

$7,885 (−18.8%)

$386,370 + $342,630

$729,000

2008

$9,706

$409,530 + $357,408

$766,938

Tax history for 541 Dry Creek Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,207 (+17.1%)

$900,000 + $1,585,000

$2,485,000

2024

$13,846 (+9.0%)

$757,701 + $650,000

$1,407,701

2023

$12,699 (+1.4%)

$742,845 + $530,000

$1,272,845

2022

$12,525 (+1.5%)

$728,280 + $436,968

$1,165,248

2021

$12,343 (+22.2%)

$714,000 + $428,400

$1,142,400

2020

$10,100 (−4.7%)

$700,000 + $420,000

$1,120,000

2019

$10,601 (+4.2%)

$549,467 + $398,912

$948,379

2018

$10,174 (+8.0%)

$538,694 + $391,091

$929,785

2017

$9,419 (+1.8%)

$517,777 + $375,905

$893,682

2016

$9,250 (+1.7%)

$517,777 + $375,905

$893,682

2015

$9,095 (+19.4%)

$507,625 + $368,535

$876,160

2014

$7,616 (+3.3%)

$380,000 + $332,000

$712,000

2013

$7,371 (+16.7%)

$380,000 + $332,000

$712,000

2012

$6,313 (−5.4%)

$374,000 + $327,000

$701,000

2011

$6,674 (−10.9%)

$270,000 + $320,000

$590,000

2010

$7,490 (−5.0%)

$330,000 + $300,000

$630,000

2009

$7,885 (−18.8%)

$386,370 + $342,630

$729,000

2008

$9,706

$409,530 + $357,408

$766,938

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,276 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2023

Sq. Ft.

2,446

Year built

2023

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Monterey County

APN

014022006000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.

R-1-8

Residential Single-Family District

The R-1 Residential Single-Family District is intended to provide opportunities for single family detached homes in neighborhoods at densities ranging from less than 2 du per acre to 8 units per acre. A second number, -5, -6, etc., indicates the minimum lot area and dimensions and the property development standards that apply. Supporting recreational, religious, educational and community facilities also are allowed.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Infrastructure

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage (Minimum): 2
Garage (Maximum): 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Room for Oversized Vehicle, Uncovered Parking
Electric Vehicle Hookup Type: Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 1 (120 volts), Electric Vehicle Hookup Level 2 (240 volts)
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Spaces: 2

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Minimum): 5
# of Bedrooms (Maximum): 5
Bedrooms: Ground Floor Bedroom, Primary Suite/Retreat, Walk-In Closet

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Bathroom Description: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Oversized Tub, Primary (Stall Shower(s)), Shower and Tub, Shower Over Tub, 2+ Stall Shower, Tub in Master Bedroom

Room Information
Laundry Room, Storage
Family Room Description: Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Dining Room Description: Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen, No Formal Dining Room
Kitchen Description: Cooktop (Electric), Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Island with Sink, Oven (Double), Pantry, Refrigerator(s)

Interior Features
Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), Hookup (Gas Dryer), Inside, Upper Floor, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Description: Insert, In Living Room, Other (See Remarks)
Fireplaces (Minimum): 1

Heating & Cooling Information
Cooling: Central Forced Air, Whole House Fan, Other (See Remarks)
Heating: Electric, Fireplace, Heat Pump, Heating (2+ Zones), Solar and Gas, Solar with Backup

Exterior

Exterior Features
View: Greenbelt, Forest/Woods, Neighborhood
Fencing: Fenced, Fenced Back, Gate, Mixed Height/Type, Wood
Roof: Composition
Yard/Grounds: Backyard, Deck, Drought Tolerant Plants, Fenced, Low Maintenance, Sprinkler(s) (Auto), Sprinkler(s) (Lawn)

Building Information
Style: Contemporary
Subclass: Single Family Home
Building Type: Detached
Construction Status: Completed, New Construction
Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame, Other
Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space, Foundation Moisture Barrier, Permanent, Quake Bracing, Sealed Crawlspace

Property Features
Amenities: Air Purifier, High Ceiling, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet
Communication: DSL, Fiber Ready, Networked, Other (See Remarks)
Living Sq. Ft.: 2,446
Security Features: Fire Alarm, Fire System (Sprinkler), Secured Garage/Parking, Security Lights, Video/Audio System

Property Information
Property Faces: Northwest
Property Primary ID: 80380

Lot Information
Lot Acres: 0.19
Lot Description: Grade (Gently Sloped), Grade (Sloped Down)
Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Sq. Ft.
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Zoning: R-1

Utilities

Utility Information
Energy Features: Ceiling Insulation, Double Pane Windows, Insulation (Per Owner), Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Sealed Crawlspace, Skylight(s), Solar Power, Solar Power Battery Backup, Solar Power On Grid, Tankless Water Heater, Thermostat Controller, Walls Insulated, Whole House Fan
Sewer Septic: Sewer (Public)
Utilities: Public Utilities, Solar Panels - Owned

Water Information
Water: Irrigation Connected, Public, Water Filter (Owned), Water Purifier (Owned), Water Softener (Owned)

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Stories: 2

School Information
Elementary School: Monte Vista
Elementary School District: Monterey Peninsula Unified
High School: Monterey High
High School District: Monterey Peninsula Unified

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,446
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2023
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Monterey County
APN: 014022006000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Incorporated: Yes

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Schools

Monte Vista

Public K-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi

6/10

Monterey High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

4 days above 76° expected this year, 9 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

8 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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Monterey, CA • 93940

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In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.32M – $2.81M

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Home values near 541 Dry Creek Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
571 Dry Creek Rd, Monterey, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1876 Sq. Ft.	$1,361,744
521 Dry Creek Rd, Monterey, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1640 Sq. Ft.	$1,408,156

Address	Redfin Estimate
501 Dry Creek Rd, Monterey, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2276 Sq. Ft.	$1,685,673
531 Dry Creek Rd, Monterey, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2969 Sq. Ft.	$1,615,334

Address	Redfin Estimate
511 Dry Creek Rd, Monterey, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2006 Sq. Ft.	$1,472,446
551 Dry Creek Rd, Monterey, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1876 Sq. Ft.	$1,378,413

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